Cast Iron Worker
ちゅうてつこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that melts iron at high temperatures and pours it into molds to manufacture cast iron products.
Description
Cast iron workers use melting furnaces to melt iron at high temperatures, create sand molds or metal molds, pour the molten iron into the molds, and after cooling, cut off excess parts, grind, perform heat treatment, and other finishing processes to manufacture cast iron products. They also handle product quality control, furnace temperature management, application of release agents, and work safety management, covering a wide range from large to small parts. Work is performed in high-temperature, dusty, and noisy environments, requiring safety and health awareness as well as physical stamina.
Future Outlook
Due to the global advancement of automation in manufacturing, demand is flat to declining, but skilled workers will continue to be needed for high-value-added products and special alloy parts. In the future, acquiring skills in process automation and quality control using AI and IoT will be required.
Personality Traits
Cautious / High Safety Awareness / Patient / Strong Sense of Responsibility / Team-Oriented
Work Style
Factory Work / High-Temperature Environment Work / Shift Work / Team Work
Career Path
Apprentice Cast Iron Worker → Cast Iron Worker → Group Leader → Factory Manager → Quality Control Manager
Required Skills
Finishing Processing / Melting Furnace Operation / Pouring Technique / Quality Control / Release Agent Application / Safety and Health Management / Sand Mold Forming
Recommended Skills
CAD Design (Casting Molds) / Heat Treatment Technology / Metallurgy / Reading English Technical Documents / Statistical Process Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because precise shape and dimension control directly affects product quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical stamina is needed to endure standing work and heavy labor in high-temperature environments. |
| Problem Solving | Because root cause analysis and countermeasures are required when defects such as bubbles or distortions occur. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because routine work is the main focus, with few opportunities to demonstrate new ideas. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because complex calculations are few, and work is based on instructions. |
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